Welcome to the Peer Mentor Learning Community (PMLC) program!
The PMLC program is a collaborative initiative between Accessibility Services and the Robert Gillespie Academic Skills Centre (RGASC), designed to enhance student learning and well-being for those registered with Accessibility Services. Through a combination of interactive workshops, social events, and personalized mentoring sessions, the program empowers students to strengthen academic skills, build meaningful connections, and thrive in their university experience.
Eligibility
All UTM students who self-identify as having a disability are welcome to participate in PMLC workshops and Study & Art Cafés.
Access to one-on-one mentoring sessions is reserved for students registered with UTM Accessibility Services.
Co-Curricular Record (CCR)
Participants are now eligible for CCR recognition! You can receive CCR by participating in our PMLC workshops and social events!
Mentees are required to attend a minimum of 5 academic skills workshops and participate in at least 2 social events in a single academic year to qualify for a CCR. Additionally, they must complete a post-session evaluation following each workshop or activity.
Workshops
PMLC workshops are interactive, hands-on sessions designed to promote active engagement and independent learning. These collaborative activities help students strengthen essential academic skills, including:
- Time management
- Notetaking
- Test preparation strategies
- Academic reading
- Writing techniques, & more!
Through participation, students build confidence and develop tools to support their academic success.
🗓️ The PMLC Workshop Schedule (Winter 2026) is now available! Reserve your spot and register today!
PMLC Workshop Registration Form
Study & Art Café
A welcoming environment where students can focus on their studies, explore creativity through art (ex. painting, drawing, origami etc.), and engage with our supportive team of peer mentors. Below is the schedule of upcoming sessions:
🗓️ Dates: Thursday – January 15, 22, 29; March 5, 12, 19, 26
🕒 Time: 12:00pm – 2:00pm
📍 Room: DV 2223
🗓️ Dates: Tuesday – February 3, 10, 17, 24; March 31
🕒 Time: 2:00pm – 4:00pm
📍 Room: DV 2223
Eligibility: Open to all UTM students who self-identify as having a disability, regardless of whether they are registered with Accessibility Services.
Registration required: No – This is a free drop in session. Feel free to bring your friends along!
One-on-One Mentor Connections
Need a little guidance or just someone to talk to? University is exciting, but it can also feel overwhelming at times. Whether you’re looking for study tips, gearing up for exams, or simply want to chat with someone who’s been through it, our student mentors are here to support you!
📅 Date & Time: Flexible
📍 Location: Meet on campus or online
Join us and make your university journey a little smoother! If you are interested in connecting with a PMLC mentor, please complete the PMLC One-on-One Registration Form.
Group Guidelines for Participation
Be respectful
The aim is to create a welcoming and safe environment. Please treat everyone with respect. Different points of view and healthy debates are natural, but respect is required.
No discrimination and harassment
We want to make sure everyone feels safe. Bullying, discrimination and harassment are not permitted, and degrading comments about people and displays of discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, family status, disability, or receipt of public assistance or record of offences will not be tolerated.
Respect everyone’s privacy
Participating in this group (and discussion activities) requires mutual trust. Authentic sharing and dialogue add to an engaging group experience and opportunity for connection, but may also include information that is sensitive and private. Private information shared in the group session/dialogue should stay among the session participants to respect everyone’s privacy.
Program facilitators will provide support and guidance to participants as needed to maintain a safe and welcoming environment for diverse group members. Any member who has concerns and feels unsafe/unwelcome at any time is encouraged to let the program facilitators know as soon as possible.
Freedom of Information & Protection of Privacy Act
The University of Toronto respects your privacy. Personal information that you choose to provide voluntarily to the University is collected pursuant to section 2(14) of the University of Toronto Act, 1971. It is collected for the purpose(s) of program administration. At all times it will be protected in accordance with the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. If you have questions, please contact accessvolunteers.utm@utoronto.ca.
Questions?
If you have any questions or would like more information about the Peer Mentor Learning Community (PMLC) program, please contact us at accessvolunteers.utm@utoronto.ca